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Clarks’ Kris Kross “Jump” Reboot, Halos x Blippi’s Healthy School Snacking, and More | Reimagining Retail

Behind the Numbers: an EMARKETER Podcast · with Arielle Feger, Carina Lamb, Sarah Marzano · August 26, 2026 · 22 min

Summary

This episode analyzes leading Back-to-School marketing campaigns, offering ecommerce operators insights into successful brand collaborations, the power of nostalgia marketing, and effective experiential retail initiatives. It highlights how brands like Clarks and Halos leveraged strategic partnerships and creative content to drive engagement and sales during a key retail season. Learn from these examples to craft impactful campaigns and enhance customer connection.

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retail & omnichannelbrand & contentinfluencer & creator

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back-to-school marketingbrand collaborationsnostalgia marketingexperiential retailinfluencer partnershipsmarketing campaign analysis

Episode description

On today’s podcast episode, we present our “Unofficial Monthly Retailer Awards” (UMRAs) for August, focusing on Back-to-School activations. The awards include “Most Impactful Campaign,” “Best IRL Initiative,” and “Greatest Under-the-Radar Move.” Listen to the discussion with Vice President of Content and host Suzy Davidkhanian; Senior Analysts Arielle Feger and Carina Lamb; and Principal Analyst Sarah Marzano. Get more insights like these with our free, industry-leading newsletters covering advertising, marketing, and commerce. Sign up at emarketer.com/newsletters Purchase tickets and register for EMARKETER's The Future of Digital 2026 Summit here: https://www.emarketer.com/events/summit/2026-future-of-digital/?utm_source=events_page Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/emarketer/For sponsorship opportunities contact us: advertising@emarketer.comFor more information visit: https://www.emarketer.com/advertise/Have questions or just want to say hi? Drop us a line at podcast@emarketer.com For a transcript of this episode click here: https://www.emarketer.com/content/podcast-clarks-kris-kross-jump-reboot-halos-blippi-s-healthy-school-snacking-more-reimagining-retail © 2026 EMARKETER Awin is the all-in-one platform for smarter partner marketing. With award-winning technology, expert support and a global network of 1 million partners, Awin helps brands discover, manage and scale high-performing partnerships that drive measurable growth. Learn more.

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Frequently asked about this episode

What does this episode say about retail & omnichannel?
Evaluate opportunities for nostalgia-driven campaigns to connect with diverse demographics, as exemplified by Clarks tapping into cultural touchstones.
What does this episode say about brand & content?
Explore strategic brand partnerships that align audience demographics and complementary values, like Halos x Blippi, to integrate product messaging into engaging content.
What does this episode say about influencer & creator?
Prioritize experiential marketing and in-person initiatives to create memorable physical experiences for consumers, especially during peak shopping periods.
What does this episode say about retail & omnichannel?
Leverage influencer and content creator collaborations to drive product awareness and purchase intent, particularly for child-focused products.
What does this episode say about retail & omnichannel?
Analyze "under-the-radar" marketing moves and identify emerging strategies to gain a competitive edge in your market.

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